Surgical Services Available At Springhill Medical Center

 Laparoscopic -

     · Colonoscopy

· Minor Surgery

· Wound Debridement

· Excision of Lipomas

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J. Wayne Sessions, MD

318-539-1078

Kerry Byrnes, MD

318-539-1078

Laparoscopic -

     · Gallbladder

     · Hernia Repair

     · Colon Resection

     · Appendectomy

     · Hernia Repairs

     · Thyroidectomy

· Skin Graft

· Colonoscopy

· Upper GI Scope

· Wound Debridement

· Hemorrhoidectomy

· Excision of Lipomas

- Porta Cath Insertions

The introduction of laparoscopic removal of the gall bladder (Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy) in the late 1980s revolutionized the surgical management of many abdominal operations. It offered less discomfort to the patient and faster recovery. But it was only the delay in the development of proper instruments that prevented Colon and Rectal Surgeons from performing laparoscopic intestinal surgery until 1991.
 

Today, laparoscopic surgery is an increasingly popular option for people with intestinal conditions, who may need sections of the bowel repaired or removed. Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure in which the surgeons operate through very tiny holes (approximately 1/2-inch wide) instead of large incisions (8- to 12-inch wide). While recovery from open surgery for intestinal disease, takes an average of six weeks, people who have undergone laparoscopic surgery tend to feel back to normal in just three weeks.

Laparoscopic Appendectomy

Having issues that require surgery?  

Ask your family physician to refer you to Springhill Medical Center Surgery Services for a consultation.  318.539.1078